How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start from $14. The average price for this route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Brussels to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 121 miles (194 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni , Musil Tour .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Cologne?

A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11405 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Brussels to Cologne from $13 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Brussels to Cologne on February 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:30pm	Brussels South (Gare du Midi)	4h 30m	3:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	3:15am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 10m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest
	10:30am	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	3h 55m	2:25pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:15am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	6:20am	Brussels North Train Station	4h 10m	10:30am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Brussels to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

114 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $127	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $127	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $33	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Cologne?

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,211 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,429 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11429 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $16

BlaBlaBus Brussels Cologne recent customer reviews

The driver did not know how to drive and was asking passengers for directions. It smells very bad

Benjamin O.

June 2, 2024

Very good service Bus arrived into cologne a little late , but that was because of the traffic on the autobahn Would use this service again , was a very good price

Kevin M.

February 25, 2020

It was a bit delayed.

Kyriaki D.

July 15, 2024

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,979 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Musil Tour

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brussels to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne start from $14. The average price for this route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Brussels to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Brussels to Cologne is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 121 miles (194 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Musil Tour.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Cologne at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Cologne?
A bus trip from Brussels to Cologne generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11405 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02/13

$46

02/14

$33

Today

$27

02/16

$22

02/17

$19

02/18

$19

02/19

$16

02/20

$16

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brussels to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $75 for a bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-02-19.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Brussels to Cologne?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 15m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures7
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 50m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 20m	Avg Price$25	Daily Departures5